Location: Davis
Top Restaurants in Davis
Top Things to do in Davis
Davis Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Davis
Davis, formerly known as Davisville, is a city in the U.S. state of California and the most populous city in Yolo County. It had a population of 65,622 in 2010, not including the on-campus population of the University of California, Davis, which was over 9,400 (not including students' families) in 2016. The city is a suburb of California's capital, Sacramento.
Things to do in Davis
1. Crepeville
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 227 reviews
Reviewed By tramalchioinwestegg - Havana, Cuba
You obiviously don't go to a restaurant for it's bathroom, but eating the poorly prepared crepes we ordered was an experience worse than using their incredibly filthy men's toilet (the ladies was "closed" more than likely to limit its use by the staff) which was worse than an open latrine in Bulgaria. The lousy crepes which we ordered last Tuesday were disappointing compared to any expertly prepared savory crepe. The "special" consisting of cooked shrimp dumped on to what passed for a mediocre tortilla, and the "Greek" crepe which was made with a processed American cheese substance and was inedible. The potatoes cold and burnt and the "red clam" soup clearly, the "chefs"
mistake.
I feel sorry for the wait staff and the bartender who were helpful, accomodatimg and friendly in spite of the incompetent kitchen which ruined a night out for us.
2. Burgers & Brew
Overall Ratings
4 based on 350 reviews
Reviewed By Dragonfly972 - Castro Valley, California
This place rocks for the college crowd...and adults too.
Just one big house on the corner, with a good amount of outdoor seating that is all covered. It gets super crowded with a loud energetic vibe at lunch, and I will assume dinner is the same. We were here for lunch and glad we stopped in. For lunch, you order at the counter, grab your drink and a number stand, and go find a seat.
The food came out quickly. I had the spicy guac burger and it was excellent! They also have several different types of fries and/or onion rings to choose from. Overall, the food was great, the service quick, and we had a fun time enjoying the high energy of this place.
3. De Vere's Irish Pub
Overall Ratings
4 based on 144 reviews
Reviewed By WineEng - Green Valley, California
In the heart of downtown, this pub has a welcoming and homey feel to it. Service is friendly and prompt. Lots of different types of seating, inside and out, so it’s likely you’ll find space. Finding a parking space in downtown Davis is something else. Unless you get lucky, plan on driving around and around to find a space. It’s a little pricey for pub grub, but you’ll find a decent selection of beers and tons of whiskeys. Good choice for lunch or dinner. Cheers!
4. Dos Coyotes Border Cafe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 142 reviews
Reviewed By cleorio - Stockton, California
I was visiting Davis and saw this place come highly rated. I haven’t been to other Dos Coyotes locations, so I didn’t know what to expect. In the end, I was a bit disappointed. The food IS good, but the ambience is lacking. I was hoping for a sit-down meal where I could get a drink and relax. This is just a different experience - you order food at the counter and they bring it to you. You are in and out fast. I would go here for lunch, but not for dinner again unless I was just looking for a quick bite.
5. The Mustard Seed
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 171 reviews
Enhance Your Romance. Wine and dine in the rustic elegance of our cabin in the trees inside by the fire or outside on our garden patio. Chef-owners Steve & Lynn Kwon and their talented crew are dedicated to feeding the hungry people of Davis and the surrounding communities, recently receiving a Zagat Rating for food of 27, and voted Best Restaurant in Davis by the readers of Sacramento Magazine. We have also been called by Sunset Magazine has also called us quintessential Davis dining experience. Our seasonal menu has something new weekly to freshen the compact yet diversified selections, specializing in sustainable fresh fish, natural meats, local seasonal produce and house made desserts. Our reasonably priced, exclusively California wine list has something for every palate. MONDAVI VISITORS: We are just five short minutes away. Be sure to check early in the week for reservations. For an 8:00PM Curtain 6:00PM is the latest suggested comfortable reservation time
Reviewed By Chiili - Davis, CA
Quaint little place with a great outdoor patio. Food is really good. Salads are huge and just fantastic. The BLT with avocado is to die for. Order the soup and sandwich. The tomato soup is a huge bowl with pueces of tomato. Dinners are interesting. The scallops were fresh with black forbidden rice with a curry sauce. A little too much heat but very tasty. Highly recommend.
6. Cafe Bernardo Davis
Overall Ratings
4 based on 151 reviews
In the spirit of the neighborhood European café, the Bernardo menu changes with the season. Salads, soups, daily breads, sandwiches, pizzettas, and burgers compliment entrees of fresh fish, steak and chicken, making Bernardo a healthy dinner house with café prices. Lunch and dinner dishes reflect the bounty of local ingredients and the certified green kitchen in which they are created.
Reviewed By yogiacomo
Like most things Bernardo’s does, they do it well. Old school poached spun to perfection. The bacon is excellent and my wife’s a scone was fine as well. Great pumpkin lattes.
7. Paesano's
Overall Ratings
4 based on 116 reviews
Reviewed By LarryM708 - Roseville, California
First, the thing about the wine. Our friends brought a bottle of great zinfandel from the foothills. Our wait person advised of a corkage fee (I waved her forward on that -- then learned it was $14; just be prepared). She struggled a bit with the foil -- what?! -- and then poured four glasses at least half full.
Paesano's needs to do a thorough tutorial with its entire wait staff on wine service: How to cut the foil, for beginners. Then, just pour a small amount in each glass. For one thing, my wife is a VERY light drinker, and left half of her pour by the and of the meal. But worse, when you half-fill a glass it is almost impossible to swirl the wine without creating a disastrous mess. And even us non-sophisticates know to swirl and inhale before drinking. Anyway, ... Word to management.
As for the food, I was a bit apprehensive, as I was choosing the restaurant (after a matinee at the Mondavi Center), for good friends we'd not seen in many years. The husband exclaimed, as we walked through the door, "I like this place already!" And he was responding to the ambience and decor. Paesano's looks and FEELS like a good Italian place.
He ordered the spaghetti and meatballs dish. His wife had a pesto primavera. My wife had the spaghetti carbonara. I quizzed them individually on their dishes, and they all indicated their food was great!
I ordered the capellini pomodoro (my personal test of an Italian kitchen). The flavors were great, but I could have used a bit less olive oil. And the dish had (apparently) been under a lamp long enough to partially melt the cheese sprinkles, which had the effect of welding some of the top capellini strands together. Otherwise, also a nice dish.
Our server, after the wine thing, was friendly and helpful. Just the wine-pour thing.
[I didn't know how to mark up the "gluten-free" question: I thought I remembered seeing something about that on the printed menu last night (doesn't apply to me or anyone else in our party). But in checking the online menu, I don't see anything about the matter. Check with the restaurant, if this is an issue.]
8. Seasons - Davis
Overall Ratings
4 based on 159 reviews
Reviewed By Jonpan2014 - Davis, California
I'd heard that Seasons was under new ownership and decided to have a late lunch on a Thursday with a business associate. Stephanie, the GM, greeted us and answered our questions about the lunch menu. We sat outside and started with a Cherry Soda and Iced Tea. I decided to try the Vegan Cobb Salad and my associate went for the Salmon Salad. They were both very good. Service was excellent.
9. Black Bear Diner
Overall Ratings
4 based on 148 reviews
Reviewed By Larry B - Kihei
Went with granddaughter. She really enjoyed chicken tenders-crispy and hot, generous portion ( adult size). Had trout which was tasty , nothing special. Had breakfast one day, generous portions, well prepared, no special taste. Service good. Good place when just need to eat and want predictable food.
10. Osteria Fasulo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 105 reviews
Osteria Fasulo offers an imaginative selection of authentic and contemporary Italian specialties that change and compliment with our four seasons. Its dishes are prepared using only the finest and the freshest ingredients from traditional and contemporary Italian recipes. Osteria Fasulo's mission is to consistently provide the highest quality of Italian food and service to our guests Our top priority will always be our guests — who should always expect exceptional food, outstanding service and always a warm welcome from the Fasulo’s
Reviewed By Gemma'smum - California
Davis has no real options in fine cuisine and this is what allows Osteria Fasulo to survive. Mains are in the $40 range and they recommend 4 courses meaning some dishes eg the polenta appetizer are very small and you should expect to spend at...Morethank you very much for your input, love and peace , we will keep trying:)))))
